Donatello (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417956968)

Donatello by Balcarres, Lord is a book that provides a comprehensive look into the life and work of the famous Italian Renaissance sculptor, Donatello. The book is written by Lord Balcarres, a renowned art historian, and provides readers with a detailed account of Donatello's life, including his early years in Florence, his apprenticeship with Ghiberti, and his later years working for the Medici family.The book also delves into Donatello's artistic style and techniques, exploring his use of perspective, proportion, and symbolism in his sculptures. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of Donatello's most famous works, such as the David, the Equestrian Monument of Gattamelata, and the St. George Tabernacle.In addition to providing a thorough analysis of Donatello's art, the book also explores the cultural and historical context of his time, including the political and social climate of Renaissance Italy. Overall, Donatello by Balcarres, Lord is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the greatest sculptors of the Renaissance era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lord Balcarres
ISBN-10: 1417956968
ISBN-13: 9781417956968
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2004
Pages: 340
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d